Redmi K90 Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 75/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8550); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,760,662).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90 Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (41/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3760662
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3352
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10402
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8550 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 165Hz
- Lighter: 225g vs 227g
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 94/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 1 points higher (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3760662 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3352 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10402 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi K90 Max by 19.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (99/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 94/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 and the Redmi K90 Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Redmi K90 Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.